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CMI-Accredited Business Degrees
What is the CMI?
Backed by a Royal Charter, the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) is the only organisation able to award Chartered Manager (CMgr) status.
The CMI accredit many of our courses - so when you graduate you gain a CMI qualifcation with your degree.
What is CMI Dual Accreditation?
CMI Dual Accreditation allows Kent Business School students to graduate with both an academic degree and a professional management qualification. All these benefits come at no extra cost:
- Professional qualification: Graduate with an internationally recognised CMI qualification alongside your degree, giving you a competitive edge in the job market.
- Foundation Chartered Manager (fCMgr) status: Achieve Foundation Chartered Manager (fCMgr) status upon graduation, allowing you to stand out in the job market with post-nominals (designatory letters) after your name.
- CMI membership: Enjoy complimentary CMI membership to support your employability and career growth. This includes award-winning career tools, study resources and access to events and professional networks.
With CMI Dual Accreditation, you’ll back your academic achievements with a professional qualification that sets you apart. This accreditation also places you on the pathway to achieving Chartered Manager (CMgr) status, the highest accolade in management and leadership, recognised globally.
Why CMI matters - the facts
- 87% of students say that CMI accreditation makes them more employable
- 74% of partners say CMI accreditation increases students’ employability after graduation
- 70% of students say CMI accreditation enriches their learning experience
- 82% of students believe that obtaining a CMI accredited degree will increase their earning potential after graduation
These outcomes highlight why CMI is one of the most valuable professional accreditations for business and management graduates worldwide.
CMI Membership
On a CMI accredited degree at Kent Business School, you'll recieve free CMI membership for the life of the degree and 3 months thereafter. This gives you access to thousands of exclusive resources to support assignment writing, networking, job searching and
more.
CMI accreditation at Kent Business School — eligible courses
All CMI Level 7 qualifications are mapped to postgraduate-level leadership outcomes and are recognised by employers across the UK and internationally.
How CMI accreditation supports your future career
CMI accreditation strengthens your CV with a professional qualification recognised across industries and countries. Whether you aim for senior management roles, consultancy, healthcare leadership, project management or international business, CMI helps you demonstrate the capabilities employers look for.
